President Osmani: Yesterday at the Presidency we also organized the retrospective exhibition of the renowned photographer Hazir Reka, with photographs of the historic President Dr. Ibrahim Rugova
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, said that yesterday at the Presidency we also organized the retrospective exhibition of the renowned photographer Hazir Reka, with photographs of the historic President, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova. President Osmani’s full post: Yesterday at the Presidency we also organized the retrospective exhibition of the renowned photographer Hazir Reka, with photographs of the historic President Dr. Ibrahim Rugova. This exhibition brings to us an unforgettable traversing from the 80s to the passing to eternity of the historic President. Through familiar images and key moments of his political engagement, this exhibition illuminates the life and vision of the leader who led Kosovo towards freedom and independence with wisdom, patience and dedication. A worthy tribute on his anniversary, recalling his irreplaceable role in the history of the Republic of Kosovo.
President Osmani received the member of the Bundestag, Mr. Volkmar Klein
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today the member of the Bundestag, Mr. Volkmar Klein. During this meeting, the relations between Kosovo and Germany were discussed, with a focus on further strengthening and expansion of bilateral cooperation, including economic development and security issues. President Osmani expressed her gratitude to Mr. Klein, thanking him for his continued support for Kosovo. The importance of the partnership between Kosovo and Germany, as well as the common will to advance common priorities we reaffirmed at the meeting.
Presidential delegation participates in activities organized on the occasion of the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump
A presidential delegation, composed of Learta Hollaj, Chief of Staff to the President and Rejhan Vuniqi, Foreign Policy Advisor, accompanied by the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to the United States Ilir Dugolli, has participated in the activities organized in honor of the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump. During these days, they participated in: President Trump’s swearing-in ceremony on Capitol Hill, the Rally held before the swearing-in ceremony at the Capital One Arena, the Supreme Commander’s Ball; “The Liberty Ball” Presidential Ball, “Black Tie and Boots” Ball organized by the Texas State Society, Midwest Gala -the reception organized by Dr. Miriam Adelson, Tilman Fertitta, Sylvie Legere & Todd Ricketts and Mark Zuckerberg, as well as at the National Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral. They also had the opportunity to meet with a number of senior officials, senators and congressmen, as well as advisors and influential people from the world of business and other spheres of interest. During these activities, they had the opportunity to speak with: the Speaker of the House of Representatives in the US Congress Mike Johnson; President Trump’s nominee for the post of CIA Director John Ratcliffe; Congressman and Chairman of the Subcommittee on Europe in the US House of Representatives Foreign Policy Committee Keith Self; Congressman Chip Roy; Congressman Ronny Jackson; Senator John Cornyn, Congressman Ted Cruz; Texas Governor Greg Abbott; Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds; President Trump’s nominated Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker; Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick; Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton; former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; Texas Senator Angela Paxton; Local Councilor Gino Mulliqi and former Congressman Jack Fields, as well as numerous representatives of the diaspora. At all these meetings, best wishes were conveyed to President Trump and the new administration on behalf of President Osmani and the citizens of Kosovo, confirming the commitment of the Republic of Kosovo to further and continuously advance bilateral relations. In the conversations held with US officials, the importance of mutual visits was also emphasized, as well as the importance of cooperation in order to advance and maintain security in the region.
Madam President: The car that defied death, testifies today to the eternity of the historic president, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova
On the 19th anniversary of the passing of the historic president Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, President Rugova’s car has been restored. “Now restored by the Presidency, the car that defied death, testifies today to the eternity of the historic president Dr. Ibrahim Rugova,” wrote President Osmani.
President Vjosa Osmani’s address at the commemorative ceremony in honor of the historic President Dr. Ibrahim Rugova
Dearly beloved Rugova Family, Honourable Mrs. Fanë, children, nieces and nephews of the President, Honourable President Sejdiu, Honourable ambassadors of the amicable countries, Honourable representatives of state institutions, Associates of the Historic President, Dear children from the birthplace of President Rugova who have just interpreted the anthem of our Republic, Dear citizens, On this anniversary of the passing of the architect of Kosovo’s independence, historic president Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, we have gathered to remember his life and work, to reflect on the path he paved for us and to honour the memory of one of the most prominent figures of our national history. President Rugova was a visionary politician, a philosopher and profound thinker, and a leader who gave Kosovar politics its most important dimension, the human dimension, but also the cultural dimension, unparalleled in our modern history. A Parisian student and a disciple of Roland Barthes, he built his commitment on the foundations of knowledge, on political culture, and on the values of democracy. As a passionate scholar of Pjetër Bogdani, he deeply understood the need for a clear national vision and a clear political identity. The architect of independence saw Kosovo not only as a political project, but as a historical legacy, as a natural aspiration of a people who suffered and fought for freedom. In the most difficult years of our history, Rugova remained steadfast on his path to the freedom and independence of Kosovo. He built a peaceful resistance movement, based on dialogue, wisdom and faith that democracy and Western values would triumph over the violence of Milosevic’s genocidal regime and would triumph over centuries of injustice towards our people. However, at the same time, he also began organizing the first armed resistance cells, knowing that the people of Kosovo would defend their doorstep at all costs. It was him that put Kosovo on the international diplomatic table, who established friendship with the United States of America, with European countries and democratic countries around the world, giving our cause unquestionable international legitimacy. Rugova’s policymaking was a bold and rare strategy in the history of this part of the world. He believed that the greatest strength of a nation was its will for freedom and justice and that no force could triumph against the will of a people to live free. With this approach, he placed Kosovo on the map of the world’s democratic consciousness and made our national issue an example of resistance, comparable to the greatest human rights movements of the 20th century. His philosophy of resistance inspired not only Albanians, but also Western diplomacy, which saw in Rugova as a wise, prudent man and, above all, a worthy statesman who insisted on the rights of his people. Even in the most difficult moments, he maintained his dignity and respected even those who did not share the same vision as him. In an often-harsh political environment, Rugova was an unsuitable opponent for those who believed in other paths, especially those who believed in the path of hatred. He faced great challenges, obstacles and even constant threats to his life, but he never gave up on his path. Rugovism, as a philosophy and vision, is not simply a political strategy. It embodies a peaceful but persistent approach and the building of a just society, based on our culture, history and national values. Rugovism is an ideal that transcends divisions, a spirit that unites for a better future for all. His personality is best summed up in a few words by the Franciscan friar Father Zef Pllumi when he says that although he “was reviled and fought against …. he had only the European vision as his guide. This brave man never gave up on criticism and criticism, because he was the most knowledgeable and wisest of all.” Rugova never saw politics as a means of personal gain, but as a mission, a mission to serve his people and to convey and defend at all costs the right of Kosovo to be free and independent. He did this by building friendships based on values and trust that still serve the interests of our Republic and our people today. At a time when political movements were often shaken by circumstances, Rugova remained a consistent leader, a man of unwavering principles. He never compromised with the dream of a free and independent Kosovo. He left this world with a Kosovo that was still working and fighting for independence, but with its path now clear and paved by the historic president, an irreversible path towards full and internationally recognized statehood. Therefore, today we do not just commemorate a politician. Today we commemorate an era. An era of wise leadership, an era of vision that has today become a reality. An era that paved our path forward and the path of generations to come. On this day of remembrance, let us honour not only what President Rugova did, but also the legacy he left behind. He was not only the first President of Kosovo; he was and remains our daily inspiration for a modern, democratic, and Euro-Atlantic-oriented state. Let us follow his path of wisdom, his path of wisdom and dedication to the homeland, because the greatest tribute we can pay Rugova is to continue to make Kosovo what he dreamed of and worked tirelessly for: a sovereign, developed, democratic country integrated into the Euro-Atlantic family and in permanent friendship with the United States of America. May the memory of the Historic President, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova be eternal! Thank you!
President Osmani: The remembrance of the historic president Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, is not only history, but our national compass
The President of the Republic of Kosovo,Vjosa Osmani, on the anniversary of the passing of the historic president Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, visited his family. President Osmani wrote: The remembrance of the historic presiden, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, is not only history, but our national compass. On the anniversary of his passing, I visited his family, in whose midst we better understand the greatness and wisdom with which he built the vision that inspired us and will inspire future generations on unconditional love for Kosovo.
Commemorative Ceremony in Honor of President Rugova
President Osmani: President Rugova remains a symbol of peace and freedom
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, accompanied by the ambassadors accredited to the Republic of Kosovo, paid homage to the tomb of the historic President Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, on the 19th anniversary of his passing. President Osmani’s full post: With pride and deep respect, together with representatives of the diplomatic corps, we paid homage in honor of the historic President, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, the man who led the people of Kosovo on the path to freedom and independence. The founding father was distinguished for his far-sighted vision for a free, independent, democratic and a Kosovo integrated in the Euro-Atlantic family. He remains a symbol of peace and freedom and his glory is eternal!
Hommage paid at the tomb of the historic President Dr. Ibrahim Rugova
President Osmani’s congratulation to President Trump
